Benihana founder Rocky Aoki dies at 69

Rocky Aoki opened the first Benihana in 1964 and served management role, in at least some form until he died. Shares dropped $0.25 after announcement of his death.

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Benihana's Q4 2008 and full-year 2008 announced, below expectations

From 2008-06-12 to 2008-06-13 --

Benihana stated that its Q4 2008 earnings fell 29% because of weakened comparable restauant sales and increased operating costs, primarily the costs of commodity foods like steak. Overall, the company suffered a 2.2% decrease in comparable restaurant sales in Q4.

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Benihana Updates Renovation Activity

From 2008-05-08 to 2008-05-12 --

Benihana released positive forecasts for renovations on its Benihana teppanyaki restaurants and expansion of its RA Sushi concepts.